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Construction corruption causes costs to climbPeople are stealing our money ! According to the World Bank Report: Curbing Fraud, Corruption and Collusion in the Roads Sector June 2011. roads projects around the globe remain plagued by fraud,...
Chinese manufacturers LiuGong and XCMG in EuropeBoth LiuGong and XCMG are increasing their manufacturing operations, with a focus on Europe - Guy Woodford reports The near 4,000m site is situated about 35km from Amsterdam and is said to have...
Chinese expansion for BomagBoppard-based BOMAG is boosting its production line in China for the second time. At the same time as the expansion of the plant, a newly built training centre has also been opened, with both moves...
Latest developments in construction machinesHigh performance backhoe loaders from Hidromek can compete with leading brands on performance - Mike Woof reports Turkish manufacturer Hidromek is looking to take a larger slice of the international...
Countdown to Asia Pacific's biggest construction machinery showAsia Pacific's largest construction machinery exhibition will be held in the Chinese capital China and its neighbouring countries (the new 'target markets') are developing at a very fast pace. The...
New president, new planSpecial ECED meeting approves Action Plan to create stronger EU representation for distributors Members of the European Confederation of Equipment Distributors (ECED) have endorsed an Action Plan...
ConExpo Russia: Planning starts for 2009The AEM says that its inaugural trade show in the Russian capital "exceeded expectations." Patrick Smith reports The first CONEXPO Russia, held in the capital Moscow, attracted some 6,000 attendees,...
A competitive marketCompetition is increasing in the earthmoving sectors, and for some companies market share is improving The wheeled loader market is becoming more competitive, with a number of firms now challenging...